Mental Health

Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD)

Recommendations Regarding Duty Status and Work Restrictions

The following conditions must be met prior to return to full duty:

• absence of impairing symptoms in the past 2 months
• if requested by the police physician, an evaluation by a doctoral-level mental health provider acceptable to the police physician, who understands the functions and demands of police work
• adherence to treatment and ongoing evaluations
• no disqualifying adverse effects from treatments such as medication, electroconvulsive therapy, etc. (see LEO Medications Chapter)
• unimpaired judgment and attention
• appropriate interpersonal interaction
• treatment of comorbidities (including other mental health issues, substance abuse and sleep disorders)